Hello and welcome to this weeks edition of Rounding Third. It has been a big week down at The Ranch. It all started Wednesday with The Griff holding court in My Ranger Rules to Sunday’s Ladies day where there was just as much enjoyment off the field as there was on the field. On the field The two Ranger teams went head to head in Orange is the New Black clash. Once again the Rangers Black squad were victorious in a good fun game of baseball. The end score was 9-6. The Rangers Black squad have taken a commanding lead head to head now with that being their fourth win in a row. It was noticed by the rather large crowd on Sunday that both teams looked very relaxed. It was a bit slippery out there but both teams enjoyed one another company and the competitive hit out. Next week there is a general bye with the State Winter U/18 championships being played in Wangaratta.
So what else is news? Keep reading and you may just find out!
Club Nambrok: The Place to be
It has been a while since the Nambrok boys, Kelsey “Burderonthedancefloor” Burder, Kyle “Thrillmore” Gilmore and Brad “Undies” Murdoch have been a subject in this little publication. But one thing about these boys is that..they know how to throw a party! The annual Club Nambrok half Christmas is done and dusted for another year. Looking at the shenanigans the boys put on, it is clear it was the social event of the year! If you do get a chance, look for Burderonthedancefloor cutting it up doing an impressive Peter Garret impersonation and Thrillmore and Undies grooving to ‘Backstreet’s Back.’ The moves are impressive. The house this morning? Associate of the Nambrok boys, Dan “The Griff” Griffin, indicated that the house was a little worse for wear.However there were no slides or pogo sticks as seen in the past. Jump on social media and I am sure you could locate some good tips for dance moves from these gents.
First Inaugural Ladies / Family Day
This past week saw head Ranger The Pres Tony “Spinner” Smith working flat-out to put on a good show for the ladies and families at Ranger Ranch. His work along with partner Rosemary certainly paid off. Wonderful conditions greeted all down atTargoora Park and the cheese, dips and beverages were readily available to all the ladies in attendance. They were also treated to a good game of baseball and a meal afterwards. Those who came along said they had a great time. There were plenty of ladies wearing their new Ranger hoodies as well which was impressive and smart due to the chilly conditions. So if you see the Pres and Rosemary give them a pat on the back and say thanks. Also special mention to Rob “Buts” Seymour and Mick “The Skipper” Wyatt for umpiring the game.
Good crowd for the Rangers Orange vs Rangers Black derby
The Wangaratta Rangers Silver Circle is back for another year.
That’s right get around it and get along to the one and only Wangaratta Rangers Silver Circle event on August the 1st. MC’s Cam “The Soak” Scott Scotty Jenkins are already planning and scheming how they can top the sports jackets they wore last year. It has been decided the dynamic duo with the golden tonsils are suiting up and taking it to the next level. This is one event not to be missed. In the past everyone who has attended has had a good time. Tickets will be available from this week onwards. $20 per ticket includes a chance at winning the jackpot (amount to be confirmed) as well as food and beverages for the duration of the draw. If you want in, let someone from the Ranger ranch know and we can fulfill your request. All are welcome.
Welcome new guys
Great to see new faces down at the Ranger Ranch of late. This week saw the debut of Kyle Gilmore’s brother Cheyne in the orange and black. Sean Warfe also pulled on the orange and black for the first time as well. Both players looked very much at home at the ranch with the rest of the Ranger brethren. Sean scored a few hits and Cheyne a hit or two. Always great to have more players joining us in this great game of baseball.
Yeah Yeah quick on the wit
We all love Dylan Cowan down at Rangerland. He is pretty laid back, cruisy and almost laconic. He generally says a little bit but not too much. He picks his comments carefully. Over the weekend ‘Yeah Yeah’ was on fire with his mouth. Many in the dugout were in stitches with his one liners during warm up and during the game. He was just a ball of energy. It also gave Cam “The Soak” Scott someone to bounce off in the dugout. He does enjoy his baseball when there is a good level of banter. Wonder what one liners Yeah Yeah will work on for the next game?
Azza Parker calls his shot
Talking to Azza Parker before his bat, he said that if Frenchy (Brendon French) threw another one of those curves he will put it over the fence. True to his word, the third pitch he faced went sailing down and over the left field fence. Nice way to call your shot Azza. On another note should see the work Parker is doing behind the plate. His catching is impressive. Great work Azza.
Jack Bradburn ball player
Emerging talent Jack Bradburn loves his baseball. From week one when he arrived at the club he has looked for more and more ways to improve. So far this year he has had a few hits and is not far away from putting his swing together. He also has the added advantage of being left-handed. He now has the baseball gear to boot, decked out new gloves, shoes, the lot. He looks to play. Reminds this writer of when he was young getting all the new gear and just wanting to play. Keep working hard Jack, it’s great to have you part of the Ranger family.
There was something in the air that night the stars are bright, Fernando.
Steve “Fernando” Peruzzo continues to rack up the hits. He is quickly becoming the Rangers “clutch” hitter. It seems whenever the Rangers Black are in a spot of bother Fernando bludgeons the ball into a gap and helps get the lower order ticking over. His outfield form has been solid with a bit of foxing to get Jason Jonker at second base. With each week his power is growing and is looking to take his game to the next level over the remainder of the season. Nice work Fernando.
My Ranger Rules The Griff takes control
Dan “The Griff” Griffin dominated proceedings on Wednesday in the fourth installment of My Ranger Rules. He has set the competition alight scoring 28 points to sit a top of the leader board. Who is cooking this week? Who else is going to throw their hat into the ring and take the trophy? Going have to be good to knock off The Griff.
Cam Scott off to travel the world
Line Drive’s good friend Cam Scott and his lovely partner Lauren Grenfell are about to embark on a trip around Europe. This has been coined as The Soaks do Europe. Both are getting very excited about traveling through Sweden, Netherlands, The United Kingdom, Ireland, Denmark and back to Sweden. With that in mind Line Drive may take a break for a few weeks. He will still be watching with interest from afar while sitting in the sun and having a couple of quiet ales. Maybe the apprentice Hanging Slider will step up and fill the void for the next few weeks. It just might be a supercharged edition the next Rounding Third in a few weeks time. Or who knows Line Drive may have something to say from the streets of Stockholm?
Boys having a yarn after a big day of baseball
Now for the club stuff
Training this Wednesday from 6pm Targoora Park
State Winter U/18’s championships 27th and 28th of June. Let Spinner know if you can help out especially Saturday morning.
Silver Circle 1st August. Tickets available Wednesday $20 see club for more information
Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter @WangRangers
Hoodies $45 and caps ($20-$25) available see Pooly and Buttsy for more details
Working bee Friday night from 3pm If you can get down and help out it would be greatly appreciated.
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Special thanks to all the hardworking members of Wangaratta and all the supporters who have been working real hard to improve our great club.
Well what a great week and now I am signing off as usual with
Hello and welcome once again to this week’s edition of Rounding Third. This past weekend has seen the return of baseball to the diamonds of Wangaratta with Bears rallying late to defeat a gritty Wodonga A out fit on diamond two. On diamond one Rangers Black defeated an undermanned Porepunkah 24-2. In the late game Rangers Orange burst out of the blocks and made Wodonga B play catch up. In the end Orange ran out winners 15-9. Well done to all who played today. Special mention to all the supporters who came out to watch the action. It is greatly appreciated each week by the players. Now what else has been happening over the past week? Keep reading and you might just find out.
The Skipper leads by example. Mick Wyatt. Mick Wyatt. Legend. A man who leads by example. The Punkah boys were decimated by unavailability this round and arrived with only seven including Cods Cam Rogers and Steve Maggs. The Skipper put his hand up to play for them. He copped a bit of a hammering from the Rangers hitters at the hot corner third base. He stuck at it and punished a fastball from Tetsu late in the game for a double. The Rangers boys let both The Skipper and Ian “Dino” Dinsdale their gratitude for playing. Mick great stuff mate. He is The Skipper. Reckon the Pizza award is yours this week.
Did you see that guy in number 14?? Who was that guy in number 14 for Rangers orange? He had the beard the high socks and most importantly the game. Scott Jenkins announced himself as the real deal. The big number 14 has always had the ability and now the power is emerging. His first two at bats Jenkins smashed the ball, ran the bases hard and flashed the leather at second. He could be The Orange game changer. Great game Jenko!
High five boys after some sparkling defense!
Azza lays it out behind the dish Week in week out Aaron Parker just gets it done when behind the dish. This week Azza starred by blocking wayward pitches and calling a good game. His best play is how he layed out for a pop fly against the fence and took the grab. However, Azza got no support from his pitcher new social media star Tetsu Kamiyama. He just offered advice. Was a great catch Azza!
New third baseman??? Who was that guy playing third base for Rangers Orange today??? Anyone? Is this the same guy who feeds the information to Dan Griffin on who is in the paper for photos? Can throw run and also have a good time!
My Ranger Rules is heating up Azza Parkers burgers were a hit Wednesday night and has gone to joint top of the table with Cam “The Soak” Scott and masterchef Lauren Grenfell. This week Dan “The Griff” Griffin is cooking up a storm. He has declared that this will be the best ever mornay ever and the title is his so just hand it over now. Get down Wednesday night for a hit run around and then the best feed The Griff has to offer.
Position vacant: First Base in the Rangers Black lineup.
Looks like incumbent first baseman Cam Scott has some others applying for his position. You see The Soak is away globe trotting through Europe in July and that means first base is open to all applicants. The Soak has been able to hold down the position for the past few years (well over 20 years he tells me) but since he is away it gives other Rangers the right to stake their claim to the role. One man won’t be going for it. Nathan “Rubberarm” Pool didn’t enjoy his time there down at Geelong. Still got the rubberarm so why bother with that. So candidates do your best picking talking rubbish and generally being annoying. That’s what firstbase’s do.
The Pres Spinner is a “Can do” Individual
Tony “Spinner” Smith is having a great crack at being the figure head of Wangaratta Rangers Baseball Club. He is doing it all. Head judge of Ranger rules to organising the troops and letting us all know what is going on down at “The Ranch”. The level of information and communication at Rangers is great. This communication across Facebook and other areas is great for baseball in the North East. Next time you see The pres bouncing around stop him and say thanks.
Now for the Club Stuff
Double fines for Rangers Orange vs Rangers Black or as I like to call Orange is the new Black
Dinner this week by the Fines Guy The Griff $10 let Spin know
Hoodies ($45) and Caps ($25) are hot items see Buttsy and Pool for yours from the club
Ladies day next Sunday come down for a great game and a good time all welcome
Silver Circle 1st of August tickets out soon
This weeks drill is by Frenchy
Follow us @WangRangers on Twitter and Facebook
Look for Wangarttarangers on Team App
State winter U/18 championships on 27th-28th June please let club know if you can help out
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